Blazar 1ES 1218+304 inspected in detail
An international team of astronomers has performed a comprehensive, multiwavelength study of a blazar known as 1ES 1218+304. Results of the research, presented in a paper published January 3 on the arXiv preprint server, provide more insights into br.....»»
Researchers build cell atlas using scattered single-cell datasets
Imagine a virtual human body, rich in complexity and detail, that enables scientists to simulate experiments that can't be conducted in vivo or in vitro. A team of Chinese researchers brought this vision closer to reality by developing a framework fo.....»»
Apple halts HomeKit upgrade, Ring swatting, and more smart home news
On this week's episode of the Homekit Insider Podcast, your hosts discuss Apple's decision to pull the new HomeKit upgrade, talk about some Ring swatting issues, and more.HomeKit InsiderIn the last episode of the year, we go into more detail surround.....»»
Launch of TSMC 3nm process mass production underway
TSMC is scheduled to hold a ceremony at Fab 18 at the Southern Taiwan Science Park (STSP) on December 29 to mark the start of commercial production of chips using 3nm process technology. The pure-play foundry will also detail plans to expand 3nm chip.....»»
Velotric Nomad 1 review: A reliable and fun e-bike
The Velotric Nomad 1 e-bike manages to stand out in a crowded market thanks to its attention to detail, classic design, and comprehensive features.Velotric Nomad 1Even with its 4-inch wide fat tires, the Nomad 1 isn't a flashy electric bike (unless y.....»»
Apple finally details what’s new in the latest AirTag firmware updates
Apple has released two firmware updates for its AirTag item tracker since November. However, the company was yet to detail what has changed with these updates. As noted by some users, Apple has finally shared what’s new with the latest AirTag firm.....»»
Single-pulse behavior of rotating radio transient PSR J0628+0909 explored with FAST
Using the Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical radio Telescope (FAST), Chinese astronomers have inspected single-pulse behavior of a rotating radio transient (RRAT) known as PSR J0628+0909. Results of the study, published November 22 in Monthly Noti.....»»
High-voltage cryo-electron microscopy reveals tiny secrets of "giant" viruses
Despite their name, giant viruses are difficult to visualize in detail. They are too big for conventional electron microscopy, yet too small for optical microscopy used to study larger specimens. Now, for the first time, an international collaboratio.....»»
Atomic structure of a staphylococcal bacteriophage using cryo-electron microscopy
Cryo-electron microscopy by University of Alabama at Birmingham researchers has exposed the structure of a bacterial virus with unprecedented detail. This is the first structure of a virus able to infect Staphylococcus epidermidis, and high-resolutio.....»»
Rosin powder can help maintain more constant friction when pitching a baseball
In baseball, even the smallest detail can tip the scales in favor of the batter or the pitcher. A recent publication has highlighted how rosin powder helps maintain a more constant friction when pitching, something that could bring about a fairer pla.....»»
Apple rolling out first macOS Ventura 13.2 beta to developers
Just one day after releasing iOS 16.2 and macOS Ventura 13.1 to all users, Apple today is rolling out the first beta of macOS Ventura 13.2 to developers along with iOS 16.3 beta. Read on as we detail what to expect from this update. more… The pos.....»»
Astronomers investigate chemical composition of multiple stellar populations in NGC 2808
Using ESO's Very Large Telescope (VLT) and the Hubble Space Telescope (HST), astronomers have inspected the globular cluster NGC 2808. Results of the study, published December 2 on the arXiv pre-print repository, shed more light on the chemical compo.....»»
Ulysses 29 now lets users organize their writings into Projects
Ulysses, the popular Markdown editor and writing app, is getting an important update this week with version 29. The update now lets users organize their writing into Projects with dedicated sections, Keyword Pools, and more. Read on as we detail eve.....»»
Human fetal lung cell atlas uncovers 144 cell states
The developing human lung has been mapped in unprecedented detail, identifying 144 cell states in the early stages of life, and uncovering new links between developmental cells and lung cancer......»»
"Black widow" PSR J1544+4937 investigated in detail
Indian astronomers have performed long-term radio observations of a "black widow" millisecond pulsar known as PSR J1544+4937. Results of the observational campaign, published November 25 on the arXiv pre-print server, shed more light on the propertie.....»»
When is Top Gun: Maverick streaming?
We detail Top Gun: Maverick's streaming release date in the US, UK and Australia......»»
Research inspects a distant gamma-ray emitting blazar
An international team of astronomers has performed a long-term multiwavelength study of a distant gamma-ray emitting blazar known as 1ES 0647+250. Results of the research, published November 23 on arXiv.org, yield important insights into the long-ter.....»»
iPhone 15 camera expected to improve photo quality with less overexposure
Apple’s iPhone 14 has spent two months on the market, so naturally, we’re racking up on rumors about next year’s iPhone 15. The latest detail describes how the next-generation of iPhone cameras will improve photography performance. more… Th.....»»
Astronomers inspect two galactic open clusters
Using the Tubitak National Observatory (TUG) and ESA's Gaia satellite, Turkish astronomers have inspected Berkeley 68 and Stock 20—two galactic open clusters. Results of the study, presented November 17 on the arXiv pre-print server, deliver import.....»»
New technology maps movement of microscopic algae in unprecedented detail
The movement patterns of microscopic algae can be mapped in greater detail than ever before, giving new insights into ocean health, thanks to new technology developed at the University of Exeter......»»
NASA"s IXPE helps solve black hole jet mystery
Some of the brightest objects in the sky are called blazars. They consist of a supermassive black hole feeding off material swirling around it in a disk, which can create two powerful jets perpendicular to the disk on each side. A blazar is especiall.....»»